Infant Classroom Assistant

Infant Classroom Assistant Little Oaks Academy - 2.2 Knoxville, TN Job Details Full-time $14 - $16 an hour 1 hour ago Benefits Paid training Paid holidays Paid time off Opportunities for advancement Childcare Qualifications Employee relationship building High school diploma or GED Stakeholder relationship building Full Job Description About This Role Are you looking for meaningful work where you can make a difference every day? Little Oaks Academy is seeking a caring, dependable, and energetic Infant Assistant Teacher to join our team. In this role, you'll help create a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where our youngest learners can grow, explore, and thrive. As an Infant Assistant Teacher, you'll spend your days comforting babies, celebrating developmental milestones, supporting daily routines, and building meaningful relationships with children and their families. Every smile, first step, and new skill is an opportunity to make a lasting impact. What You'll Do Support the Lead Teacher in providing high-quality care for infants Assist with feeding, diapering, and daily care routines Engage infants in age-appropriate activities and learning experiences Maintain a clean, safe, and organized classroom Build positive relationships with children, families, and coworkers Help create a warm and welcoming environment where every child feels loved and secure Requirements A genuine love for working with young children Reliability and a strong work ethic Positive attitude and willingness to learn Ability to work as part of a team High school diploma/GED Ability to pass a background check and drug screening No childcare experience? We provide training for caring, dependable individuals who are excited to learn and grow in the field of early childhood education. Nice To Haves 1-2 years of childcare experience CPR/First Aid Training Benefits Paid Leave Child Care Discount Professional Development Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid Holidays Childcare Discount Professional Development Opportunities Supportive Team Environment Opportunities for Growth and Advancement About Us Little Oaks Academy (LOA) is a daycare facility licensed by the Tennessee Department of Human Services ("DHS"). The purpose of our early childhood education and development program is to promote the development of the total child - physically, emotionally, intellectually, and socially, using age-appropriate activities under the guidance of professional, loving, and caring teachers. As a non-profit, LOA operates under a Board of Directors (the Board). The Board is charged with defining the mission, vision, and values of LOA's early childhood education and development program.